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Lower Hondo Campground
One of the four small campgrounds on Highway 150 en route to Taos Ski Valley. The campground provides immediate access to fishing on the Rio Hondo and is near hiking trails in the Columbine-Hondo and Wheeler Peak wilderness areas.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | First come, first served |
|---|---|
| Area Amenities: | Camping trailer, Picnic tables, Toilets |
| Fees: | $0 |
| Open Season: | Generally April - December (weather dependent; call ahead) |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Best Season: | Late spring, summer and early fall |
| Closest Towns: | Arroyo Seco, Taos Ski Valley |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet (1) |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | For more information contact the Questa Ranger District |
General Information
Directions: 12 miles northeast of Taos via NM 522 & 150Activities
Campground Camping
4 campsites at elevation 7,700.
| No. of Sites | 4 single site(s) |
| Reservation Info | Not reservable |
Day Hiking
Picnicking
Open from May through September.Amenities
| Camping trailer: | 4 Campsites for Trailers under 16' |
|---|---|
| Picnic tables: | |
| Toilets: | Vault |
Location
Latitude :
36.5488
Longitude :
-105.5475
Elevation :
7,700 feet